What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at Star Food Snacks?
Job Description
Job Description
A leading beef jerky and pet treat manufacturer is looking for a production manager.
The ideal candidate will be familiar with :
- USDA, FDA,BRC, Sanitation and food safety procedures.
- Equipment processing various protein products in grinding, mixing, marinating and extruding.
- Be flexible with a 5 days' work schedule.
- This is a day shift opportunity.
- Salary opens to negotiation.
- Ensures that the facility provides the highest quality products produced in the most efficient manner within budgeted costs. Implements systems to effectively manage production schedules properly supporting the business.Leads the effort and drives
- Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques fostering continuous improvement within the facility. Acts in a proactive fashion in regard to problem resolution.
- Manages profit and loss for the facility and drives Plant performance and reviews KPIs regularly (Daily, Weekly and Monthly).
- Leads the overall strategic planning efforts for the location which include cost reduction initiatives, capital planning and resources as well as in other areas.
- Manages the overall safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance and other administrative functions for the facility.
Conducts weekly staff meetings which focus on key operative measurements.
Schedules and conducts plant communication meetings for all employees
Interfaces with customers and suppliers.
Works as necessary to establish positive community relationships.
Performs other duties as assigned.